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Wonderfully intricate, complex patterns in earth colors come to life on a handloom. Delfina Ruiz demonstrates Mexico's Zapotec artistry and her own weaving skills with this dazzling wool rug.
Titled Vida en Teotitlán in Spanish.
- 3.14 kgs
- 6.9 lbs
- Rug: 2.97 m L x 0.8 m W
- Rug: 9.75 ft. L x 2.6 ft. W
- Pile height: 0.5 cm H
- Pile height: 0.2" H
- 100% wool
- Dry clean only
- All natural dyes
- Designed for floor use
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Mexico.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
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Verified Reviewer
09/17/2019
"Gorgeous Rug Evoking Memories of Oaxaca"
This rug is amazing! The colors are very vibrant and the craftsmanship is top notch. I have been to Oaxaca many times, and Ms. Ruizs work is among the best I have seen. It looks fantastic in our home and gets many compliments.
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Life in Oaxaca, Zapotec wool rug (2.5x10)
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05/17/2018
"A Beautiful Addition!"
This rug looks wonderful in my hallway. I have purchased several rugs from Novica and they have greatly enhanced the look of my apartment.
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Life in Oaxaca, Zapotec wool rug (2.5x10)
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06/02/2020
"Absolutely beautiful"
Such intricate and detailed work. The pictures don t do it justice. Truly beautiful.
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Sea Sky, Ivory Diamond Motif on Blue-Green Handwoven Cotton Rebozo
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03/19/2020
"Zapotec beauty"
It most probably is, like all others I bought from you, a joy to see and to own. It was a gift for a dear friend in Italy. Unfortunately DHL screwed up the shipping early on sending it around all over Europe and the US. By the time it arrived in Italy a week later Covid-19 had caught up with Italy and it now sits in a DHL warehouse in Bergamo, unattended.. If my friend will ever get it is a good question..
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Reflections, Handcrafted Zapotec Red and Blue Area Rug (2x3.5)
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02/28/2020
"Absolutely gorgeous"
This rebozo is a stunning piece. I am so proud every time I get to use it or demonstrate it. It arrived very quickly, wrapped beautifully, and even had a note about the woman who made it. Well worth the investment and I send anyone who asks about it to this site.
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Rosy Outlook, Red and Ivory Multiple Motif Handwoven Cotton Rebozo
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09/06/2019
"Wonderful addition"
This rug is beautifully made and conceived, almost too nice to walk on. Very Escher like. Can be mixed with a variety of styles. I am very happy with this purchase. Thank you Delphina!!
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Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Delfina Ruiz has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $3000. Proceeds were used to invest in a bulk purchase of wool yarn for her rugs.
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
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